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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“I loved Rugged Red, the volunteers, were great, Loved the race course and its challenges. The only suggestion I have is maybe have a few basic first aid supplies at the aid stations. As technical as that course is, just having some basic first aid at the checkpoints for falls, or mile 6 hornet stings lol, would be awesome. Really though this race lived up to all the hype, it was truly a great experience!”

Corine LeMaster Pitts

“Fantastic trail race! I especially liked the variable terrain (creeks, dirt, mud, sand, stone, rocks, and the suspension bridge!), single “loop” course (never repeating anything), the challenge of the elevation change, and the friendliness of the volunteers/participants. Awesome experience!”

Adam Hoefler

“Fortunate to have run every one of the Rugged Reds you have put on.”

Julie Bryan

“This was my first half! Loved this race and all the awesome people we would meet along the trail.”

Emily Schnitzler Geraci

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Important Information:

Bring plenty of water! We cannot stress this enough. There will be water stations along this half marathon trail. Even so, we recommend that you carry water. Runners are the best judge of their bodies’ hydration levels.
All runners must sign a USATF waiver in addition to the waiver signed on Run Sign Up. Runners under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian to participate.

The course parking will be at the Natural Bridge Campground. It is the campground behind the rest area parking lot. Only 2 legged runners / No pets on the trails during the race.
Check in Friday evening. Race on Saturday. There will be 3 water stops on the trail and search and rescue teams along the course with EMTs and ambulances on standby. Get ready to see how tough you are!